Eleanor Rising

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Dramatic account of the life of Eleanor of Aquitaine. Based on fact, legend - and rumour.

Dramatic account of the life of Eleanor of Aquitaine. Based on historical fact, legend - and rumour.

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Eleanor Rising: Series 2: Episode 3

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Eleanor of Aquitaine, a thrilling tale of one of Europe's most extraordinary women

Eleanor of Aquitaine must act when her husband’s leadership of the French army is called into question.  Stars Rose Basista.

The French army is on the march, but Louis’ leadership is being questioned at every turn.  

Eleanor of Aquitaine decides she must act to avert disaster.

Shaun McKenna’s gripping historical drama about one of Europe's most extraordinary women.

Eleanor ….. Rose Basista
Louis ….. Joel MacCormack
Petronilla ….. Elinor Coleman
Geoffrey de Rançon …..  Stewart Campbell
Empress Irene ….. Jane Slavin

Director:  Gemma Jenkins

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2021.

Eleanor Rising: Series 2

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Shaun McKenna's gripping historical drama about the young Eleanor of Aquitaine returns.

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